In the latest episode of NEDAS Live!, episode 63 features a fresh and vital perspective on the data center industry with Luke Adams, analyst at DPGlobal Assets and the co-founder of Data Center Youngbloods. Host, and CEO of iMiller Public Relations, Ilissa Miller explores how this young leader is paving the way for new talent and greater inclusivity in the digital infrastructure sector.
Creating Opportunity in the Foundation of AI
DPGlobal Assets specializes in global digital infrastructure development, particularly data centers, from ideation through operation. Adams, who transitioned from being a college graduate to an industry analyst, shares what drew him to the sector: the realization that data centers are at the heart of the AI revolution and the backbone of the digital world. “Data centers are the reason that ChatGPT exists, and they’re the reason that AI will continue to skyrocket,” Adams explains, reflecting on how the sector’s unseen complexity offers immense opportunities for recent graduates willing to learn and grow.
Launching Data Center Youngbloods
Noting the disconnect between academia and the industry, Adams co-founded Data Center Youngbloods with his brother to fix the pipeline. Adams observed that most industry events were filled with seasoned professionals, making young entrants feel like the odd ones who were out of place. Data Center Youngbloods aims to make digital infrastructure careers visible, accessible, and welcoming by bridging the workforce gap and connecting newcomers with mentorship, certification pathways, and a growing peer community. “We’re building the community that I wish existed when I first started out,” says Adams.
Empowerment, Mentorship, and Debunking Myths
Adams also highlights the power of mentorship and networking. Young professionals often get discouraged by strict experience requirements, but he urges them to be curious, proactive, and fearless in asking questions. He credits mentorship for his rapid growth and emphasizes that skills and knowledge can be gained on the job with the right attitude. Data Center Youngbloods is cultivating in-person events, virtual meetings, and access to supportive mentors, resources that Adams lacked when he began.
Driving Change One Conversation at a Time
As Data Center Youngbloods’ network expands, Adams’s message centers on paying it forward and breaking down barriers for newcomers. The initiative welcomes both seasoned professionals and emerging talent, offering a booking portal for mentorship and building their community through LinkedIn and direct outreach. Adams’s core advice for future leaders: “Everything is learnable. Be proactive, get involved, and don’t be afraid to reach out, no matter your background”.
To continue the conversation, listen to episode 63 of the podcast here.
